The sources for the First World
War held by The National Archives and the Imperial War
Museum offer richly varied insights into all aspects of what
H
G Wells called 'the war that will end war'.

By making a selection of these records
available online for the first time, this exhibition provides
a valuable research tool for all those interested in modern
history - including anyone tracing military records of ancestors
who served in the First World War or researching controversies
relating to the conflict.

Beyond that, it aims to create a wider
understanding of the global nature of the war and its consequences,
which in areas such as the Balkans and Palestine are still
being felt today.

First World War centenary
The National Archives will be marking the centenary of the First World War with an extensive programme, spanning the period from 2014 - 2019. To find out more about our plans, visit our dedicated First World War site.